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First Aid

DRABC

In ALL emergency situations follow DR ABC

D Danger

- To self

- To others

- To casualty

R Response

- Is the casualty conscious?

- Call 000 (in Australia) for an ambulance or ask bystanders to call

- If conscious: manage wounds and shock

A Airway (the mouth)

- Turn casualty into recovery position

- Gently clear mouth of any obstructions

- Lift the jaw and tilt the head to open airway

B Breathing

- Is the casualty breathing?

- Look, listen and feel for breathing for up to 10 seconds

- If breathing, place in recovery position

- Check for other injuries

- if NO:  commence Expired Air Resuscitation

C Circulation

- Has the casualty got a pulse? (Check the pulse on the neck)

- Skin colour?

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